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209 SENIOR LIVING | PLACES Find a Retirement Destination

Have you considered where you want to live during your new journey? Consider one of the most attractive retirement regions, as suggested by the American Association of Retired Persons. I f 2020 is the year that you open the door to an adventure in retirement, the ideal destination is waiting.

ASHEVILLE, N.C.

Find your paradise in this beautiful town set in the serene Blue Ridge Mountains. If you’re an architect enthusiast, you will be stunned by intricate views of early 20th-century designs. The region is also an outstanding option for those retreating from winter weather as it typically hosts comfortable temperatures

throughout the year.

When searching for entertainment, Asheville is home to numerous art facilities and niche museums celebrating pinball machines, science centers and the historic Biltmore Estate.

GRAND JUNCTION, COLO.

This relatively small town in Colorado is an excellent retreat for those who want to avoid the busy urban lifestyle in Denver. Grand Junction has a population of just over 58,000 and rests between two popular locations in the state. Residents enjoy the incredible views of the Colorado National Monument to their west and the Grand Mesa just to the east.

With over 300 lakes and 3.5 million acres of public land, there is always something new to see when visiting the Grand Mesa. This location is also a mecca for golf, wineries, hiking, fishing and skiing. It’s an excellent area for active seniors seeking a place to spend their retirement.

SARASOTA, FLA.

Sarasota is home to one of the best beaches in the United States. Siesta Beach landed the number two spot on the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards in 2018. People find relaxation surrounding the crystalclear water, white sand and incredible social setting.

If the water isn’t enough, residents also enjoy vast miles of hiking trails, campgrounds and dozens of public or private golf courses. For indoor entertainment, the area is home to its own opera house, ballet company, symphony and numerous theaters in the downtown region.

Make the most of every day! Experience Astoria.

Beyond daily care, we’re all about helping people do what really matters: shape their legacy, maintain independence, and stay engaged in the community. It’s a joyful approach to aging.

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WORKERS’ COMPENSATION FRAUD www.amadorda.org

Health care scams cost Americans billions of dollars each year.

The District Attorney’s Workers’ Compensation Fraud Unit pursues an aggressive approach to identify, investigate and prosecute workers’compensation fraud throughout Amador, Calaveras, Tuolumne, Stani slaus & Mariposa Counties.

Medical Provider Fraud is anytime a medical provider is involved in fraudulent conduct for the purpose of their own enrichment. Examples include: > Billing for services or treatment never performed; > Billing the workers’ compensation insurer and the workers’ health insurer for the same services; > Performing medically unnecessary treatment, examinations or diagnostic procedures in order to bill for them; > Miscoding or Up-coding treatment charges; > Billing for durable medical equipment that is never dispensed or selling used equipment as new.

If you know of a medical provider involved in fraudulent activity, contact the Insurance Fraud Unit of the District Attorney’s Office through our website at www.amadorda.org or call (209) 223-6444.